The Partners Forum is the overall meeting and information exchange platform of the network.

Its characteristics and role can be described as follows:

• All Danube Ports Network (DPN) partners are represented;
• Consolidates and increases support for and commitment to the work of the network;
• Reviews and comments on the overall progress of the network;
• Serves as a forum of information exchange on progress, problems and challenges;
• Meets annually or on request of a majority of members as well as invitation of the Advisory Group or Technical Secretariat;

The Partner Forum is chaired by the elected chairman of the Advisory Group.